Picsart takes a revolutionary step in the world of digital art with the introduction of SketchAI, an app that transforms photos and drawings into artworks using generative AI technology. This iOS app allows users to change their sketches or existing photos into styles reminiscent of famous artists like Da Vinci or Van Gogh with just a few clicks.
User-friendliness and accessibility
The user-friendly interface of SketchAI offers various styles such as ink drawings and pencil sketches. Users can also refine their creations by adding a description. The app provides five free creations and offers unlimited access through various subscription options.
Future Vision and Challenges
According to Lusine Harutyunyan, VP of Product at Picsart, there are plans to expand with more styles and editing options. At the same time, the challenges surrounding generative AI, such as ethical issues and artistic integrity, are acknowledged. Generative AI apps, including SketchAI, are under scrutiny for reasons including the sexualization of images and the use of the open-source model Stable Diffusion.
The launch of SketchAI also raises questions about copyright and the authenticity of digital art. While the app aims to filter inappropriate content, there is still no solution for artists who do not want their style to be mimicked by the AI. Stability AI's recent decision to offer artists an opt-out option is also being considered by Picsart for SketchAI.
Copyright Considerations for SketchAI
Stability AI, the driving force behind Stable Diffusion, has recently promised to offer artists the option to withdraw from the dataset used for training future versions of the model. Picsart, in line with this development, is considering implementing a similar approach for SketchAI. However, it is important for users of the app to be aware of the inherent limitations of generative AI, especially regarding copyright issues.
The balance between innovation and ethics
Picsart seeks to balance creative expression with ethical responsibility. With the arrival of SketchAI, creating digital art becomes more accessible, but this also brings new challenges and responsibilities for both creators and users.
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